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Many SoWal locals spend February in a frenzy, preparing for the imminent onslaught of Spring Break. But we also want to pause and savor the last bit of relative restaurant solitude, and with Valentine’s Day approaching, it’s the perfect time to visit some of our most romantic South Walton spots to dine. Whether you enjoy a casual or fancy dining experience, here's our latest SoWal List of great places to dine with someone special.

Take a walk on the beach
Okay, we know, this seems obvious, but when was the last time you walked hand in hand and simply recognized how lucky you are to have found each other considering the vastness of our world? We recommend starting your journey about 5 p.m., catching sunset and the golden hour. The Gulf of Mexico paired with velvet sand under your feet will surely bring perspective.

Take a walk on the beach
Okay, we know, this seems obvious, but when was the last time you walked hand in hand and simply recognized how lucky you are to have found each other considering the vastness of our world? We recommend starting your journey about 5 p.m., catching sunset and the golden hour. The Gulf of Mexico paired with velvet sand under your feet will surely bring perspective.

Sadly, some people don’t know how to love. But if given the chance to spend just a few minutes with Grayton local Cheri Peebles, she'll pass along her love recipe. It has one specific ingredient she's quick to share - grace.

“Grace is the bread of life. Not only grace for others, but you must give yourself grace,” says Cheri.

Sadly, some people don’t know how to love. But if given the chance to spend just a few minutes with Grayton local Cheri Peebles, she'll pass along her love recipe. It has one specific ingredient she's quick to share. She has one ingredient—grace. “Grace is the bread of life. Not only grace for others, but you must give yourself grace,” explains Cheri. Cheri is known for her ‘hug in, hug out’ philosophy. She welcomes everyone she meets with a hug, and bids farewell with a hug. “Hugs are therapeutic. You can’t give one without getting one.

Many SoWal locals spend February in a frenzy, preparing for the imminent onslaught of Spring Break. But we also want to pause and savor the last bit of relative restaurant solitude, and with Valentine’s Day approaching, it’s the perfect time to visit some of our most romantic South Walton spots to dine. Whether you enjoy a casual or fancy dining experience, here's our latest SoWal List of great places to dine with someone special.